Other Italian Wines

Placido Moscato d’Asti DOCG

Rich in tradition and rooted in nobility, Placido is a nod to the heritage and legacy of Count Placido. A 13th century Tuscan nobleman, Placido dei Placidi was the hero of the epic “Battle of Montaperti” between Florence and Siena. For his valor, he was awarded a vast estate where winemaking soon became an important part of the culture. The passion he developed for wine and food remains the inspiration for Placido today.

Varieties

Moscato Bianco:100%

Tech Info

Alcohol :5.2% Vol

Total Acidity :6.3 g/l

Residual Sugar:127 g/l

Availability

Size(s):750ml 80516 75004 0

Pack(s):750ml 6pk

Soil:Silty-calcareous soil with grey and light blue tufaceous marlstone.

Origin:Provincia di Asti, Piedmont, Italy

Bouquet:

Intense and fruity aroma typical of Muscat with hints of acacia flowers and citrus peel.

Taste:

Sweet and fresh, with hints of honey and peaches in syrup.

Food Pairing:

Pairs perfectly with a wide range of desserts including jam tarts, cheesecakes and cookies.

Moscato d’Asti also pairs well with salami, hard cheeses, spicy dishes and shellfish.

The hand-picked grapes are de-stemmed, crushed and softly pressed. The must is then cooled to 41°F and left to decant overnight in stainless-steel tanks, then fi ltered and stored at 32°F. It is then The temperature is then brought to 61°F and selected yeasts are added to start a temperature-controlled fermentation, until approximately 5 alcoholic degrees and 1.8 bars of pressure are obtained. The fermentation is stopped by lowering the temperature to 32°F and immediate filtration follows.